Welcome to brantling

Brantling is a small family owned and operated ski area located in Sodus, NY, just ten minutes from Route 104. Brantling is known for our family atmosphere and great lesson programs with options for children and adults of any ability level.

We offer skiing and snowboarding on 9 slopes and trails serviced by five surface lifts; one t-bar and four handle tows. All of our slopes and trails are lighted for night skiing and five have snowmaking. On most days, the t-bar and Beginners Ball and Diann's Run handle tows operate with the remaining two handle tows operating for special events and programs.

Our ski lodge makes the perfect home base and features a wood stove, cubbies, fireplace, Ruthie's Run Cafe, beer & wine bar and plenty of picnic space. Non-skiing parents and race spectators will enjoy the large windows across the entire west wall overlooking the hill.

Below is more detailed information about skiing and snowboarding at Brantling. We make skiing and snowboarding fun and easy for the whole family and invite your family to join us this winter to see what makes Brantling so special.

What to wear: Wearing layers works best because you can adjust your clothing as the weather changes. A non-cotton base layer, followed by a fleece mid-layer and finally a water resistant outer layer should do the trick on most days. Wearing layers keeps you warmer because it lets you adjust your clothing if the temperature changes as the day goes on.

One pair of socks is all you need so skip a second pair. They usually just make you uncomfortable. Again it is best to avoid cotton socks, wool works best. And don't forget a hat and gloves (two pairs recommended!).

What to bring: Don’t forget the camera, snacks & water (also available at Ruthies Run Cafe), and sunscreen and sunglasses for sunny days.

Learning to Ski or Snowboard: Think you might be interested in learning to ski or snowboard? Lucky for you, you’ve come to the right place! We’ve been teaching new skiers this exciting sport since we opened our doors in 1959 and since that time we’ve learned a few things about making learning to ski and snowboard easy and fun. If you’re even thinking about learning we encourage you to come give it a try. It’s fun and a great way for the whole family to stay active during winter.

Learn to Ski and Snowboard Packages: We offer learn to ski and snowboard packages daily which include a lift ticket, rental equipment (skiers: ski boots, skis and poles; snowboarders: snowboard boots and snowboard) and one hour group lesson. We also offer an upgrade to a private lesson. These packages are your best option and offer a great value. More information and pricing for our packages can be found HERE.

Learn to Ski and Snowboard Camps and Programs: If you or your family is ready to just jump right in, we offer youth learn to ski or snowboard camps during school vacation periods for Christmas, MLK Jr. Day and President’s Week. We also offer Youth Programs which meet weekends in January and February. For adults, a Tuesday program is available for women 18 years and older.

When you arrive: We recommend arriving at least 45 minutes prior to the start of a lesson to give you plenty of time to get ready. Check in at the main office when you arrive to purchase your packages and receive rental paperwork, lesson ticket and lift ticket. Next, you’ll head for the rental shop where you will be fitted by our rental staff for boots and skis/poles or snowboard. Next you’ll head for the snow and meet your instructor. Groups begin forming 10 minutes prior to the start of group lessons.

Beer & Wine Bar: Guests 21 & over will find several beer options on tap in addition to our bottled beers and small wine selection. The 50” Inch flat screen TV make the bar a popular gathering spot to watch your favorite team while the kids ski or ride.

Picnic Area: Our second floor features a wide open space with plenty of seating & tables and storage for your gear. Feel free to bring your own food and non-alcoholic beverages.